Construction on a new hotel in downtown Solvang is now on pause as city leaders and the project developer disagree over design changes that were made during construction.

Nearly one year ago, building permits were issued for a nine-unit cottage-style hotel located at the corner of Mission Drive and Alisal Road.

The approval came with the expectation that the project would follow Solvang’s established Danish-style architectural standards. However, city officials say the work underway does not match the plans originally approved by the city.

Community Development Director Rafael Castillo says construction was halted after the developer began making exterior changes without submitting them to the city’s Design Review Committee (DRC), a required step when changes are made to a permitted pro

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